Because Lutherans know costumes really aren't optional: Shout out to everyone who came to the Emanuel's Day School Trunk or Treat on October 30th! It was a beautiful evening with excited, costumed tots and parents in tow. Some of the Ulrich clan and friends are pictured here at their adorably decorated barn-trunk. More pics of the festivities below. We are in this together. WE ARE BETTER TOGETHER. We may be apart, but we are not alone.
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Join us on Sundays at 10:30 in-person and online
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TAMALE PICK UP!
Tamales will be boxed and ready for pick-up, for both the Church and Day School, on Friday, November 13th from 12pm to 6pm in the Women’s Ministry Room. Pastor Kelsie will be present throughout this window of time to help load orders, transport orders to the Day School as needed, and answer questions. Remaining tamales will be available for pick-up Sunday, November 15th from the Fellowship Hall following our 10:30am worship service.
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SALVATION ARMY
BELL RINGERS NEEDED
Friday, November 27
Emanuel’s will be participating in the Salvation Army Kettle Campaign on Friday, November 27, the day after Thanksgiving, at Wal-Mart. This year, because of COVID-19, Salvation Army has an even greater need to raise funds for people in need. Many people face hunger, homelessness and poverty. If you can help by ringing a bell for one or two hours from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., please call Frances Vinyard at 830-379-5041 (home) or 830-481-7726 (cell). Thank you!
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HOLIDAY MEAL DELIVERY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Saturday, December 5
Volunteers are needed to assist with Emanuel's annual Holiday Meal Delivery to our homebound members. We need folks to help dish up the meals in to-go containers and prepare them for delivery, and drivers for the routes. For more details contact Mike or Deb at 830-832-1944 as soon as possible. We will begin at 10:00am in the Fellowship Hall and the last delivery should be completed around noon. Covid-19 protocols will be followed.
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Congratulations to Emanuel's member Donna Dodgen, or should we say MAYOR Dodgen. Donna is passionate about her community and a true servant leader. Did you know, in addition to her other leadership roles at the church, she changes our paraments at the altar as the liturgical season changes? Her attention to these small, but important details will serve the City of Seguin very well. Again .. Congratulations! |
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CELEBRATING GENEROUS GENERATIONS
"Celebrating Generous Generations" is the theme of our 2021 stewardship appeal. Every week, you will have a chance to read about and celebrate all that we have accomplished, by the grace of God, during this 2020 year of ministry, as well as prayerfully consider all that God might be leading us to in 2021. Our goal, in 2021, is to increase our total giving by $288 per week to provide $15,000 extra toward our mission and ministry. Please reach out to our stewardship team, Susan Yeatts, Hazel Dalton, Keith Vinyard, and Donna Dodgen, if you have any questions. Thank you for all you have done and made possible in 2020!
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TRUNK OR TREAT SUCCESS
Kudos to Emanuel's Day School and the wildly successful Trunk or Treat last week! An estimated 200 people showed up for Chick-fil-A and treats. Thanks to everyone who donated candy, time, and funds to not only support the Day School, but also have just a really great evening.
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ASSISTING MINISTER TRAINING
Training will be offered for new Assisting Ministers and those who need a refresher course on Sundays, November 8 & 15 at 9am in the Sanctuary. Pastor Marcus is happy to answer any questions you may have. Please prayerfully consider participating in this important ministry at Emanuel’s.
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Small groups are returning to campus! Please know that masks are required in the building at all times unless seated. Social distancing of 6ft is to be maintained. Groups are not to exceed 15 participants. There is no sharing of snacks at this time. Rooms are to be left sanitized and tidied for other groups.
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JUBILATION SINGERS choir rehearsals on Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Music Suite.
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JOY CIRCLE will meet on Thursday, November 12 at 9:30 a.m. in the Family Life Center on the 3rd floor.
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FAITH CIRCLE will meet on Tuesday, November 17 at 7:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center on the 3rd floor.
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HERITAGE BIBLE CLASS gathers on Sundays at 9:15 a.m. in the Family Life Center on the 3rd floor.
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YOUTH MINISTRY is back with MS and HS students in the Youth Room at 9am on Sundays.
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LWR QUICK QUILTERS meet on Monday mornings in their first floor sewing rooms.
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PROPERTY STEWARDS gather on Tuesday mornings and as needed to tend to physical needs of the church and Day School facilities.
Online and other social distancing opportunities are also available.
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DEVOTIONAL PODCAST every Tuesday @10am on Facebook and Soundcloud. Join our pastors and their colleagues each week for the Faces of Our Faith devotional podcast. Devotional Booklets are available here.
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WWJB (What Would Jesus Brew?) meets on First Fridays at 7pm on Zoom. WWJB is our once-a-month young adult fellowship where we talk about life, faith, movies ... anything and everything. When we're able to, we will gather once again at Seguin Brewing Company to enjoy their awesome pizza, cola, and brewed beverages. Contact Pastor Kelsie for Zoom link.
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CONFIRMATION CLASS meets monthly online and in-person with students and leaders from Emanuel's. Spirit of Joy and St. John Marion.
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Face masks and other Emanuel's merch is available at our Teespring ELCSD ONLINE STORE. Order at teespring.com/stores/emanuels-lutheran-church.
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Tuesdays at the GARDEN OF EATIN' from 9-11. Come see what the fall garden looks like and how you can dig in with us!
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CHRISTIAN CUPBOARD is taking donations. Oatmeal, canned soup, empty egg cartons (esp. 18 count) , and personal care products are needed now.
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CARE CLOSET in the church office meets small, immediate needs of those coming to our door seeking assistance. We are always in need of small snack bars, toiletries, new socks, and other items.
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Emanuel's Office Staff is working both at the office and at home. Staff may be in the office as needed or by appointment Mondays through Thursdays from 8-5. Don't forget to wear a mask on the church campus. Everyone is still accessible via email and phone.
A (funny) sign of the times …
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THANK YOU for your continued financial support of the ongoing ministries of Emanuel's Lutheran Church.
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Online giving is safe, simple, and quick to do through our Vanco link. One time or recurring donations can be indicated.
You can still mail in your offering to the Church by sending a check to:
Emanuel's Lutheran Church
206 N. Travis Street
Seguin, Texas 78155
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Giving comparison for 2019-2020:
October 1-31 , 2019 $26,668.19
November 1-4, 2019 $12,304.00
October 1-31, 2020 $36,943.00
November 1-4, 2020 $12,005.00
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact the church either through email or phone.
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Submit a brief, yet detailed description of your event to info@emanuels-seguin.org before noon on Tuesdays for consideration for that week's email news. Late submissions will be considered for the following week's email and/or social media posts.
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